2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1302 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Passat | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
